Match the meanings with the suffixes.

--rrhage, -rrhagia
A)bursting forth of blood
B)digestion
C)eating, swallowing
D)flow, discharge
E)involuntary contraction of muscles
F)opening
G)spitting
H)stopping, controlling
I)stretching, dilation, widening
J)surgical repair
K)suture
L)tightening, narrowing, stricture
M)vomiting

Question

Match the meanings with the suffixes.

--rrhage, -rrhagia
A)bursting forth of blood
B)digestion
C)eating, swallowing
D)flow, discharge
E)involuntary contraction of muscles
F)opening
G)spitting
H)stopping, controlling
I)stretching, dilation, widening
J)surgical repair
K)suture
L)tightening, narrowing, stricture
M)vomiting

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

-rrhage and -rrhagia both refer to a rapid flow of blood, which is described as "bursting forth of blood."

Match the Meanings with the Suffixes